demireps
/ˈdɛmɪˌrɛps/
noun
- A woman of questionable reputation or low moral character, especially one who is sexually promiscuous.
- In 18th-century literature, a demirep often appeared as a cautionary figure.
- The gossip column hinted that the actress was a demirep, but no one knew for sure.
- The novel's main character was a demirep who struggled to find respect in society.
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